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Date: 2026-05-10
WAIT → RULE
Today's Word Ladder puzzle connects WAIT to RULE in 6 steps. This 4-letter word puzzle challenges your vocabulary and logic skills. Can you find the shortest path?
Play This PuzzleStep-by-Step Solution
Step 1
WAIT → WALT
Change the 3rd letter I to L, turning WAIT into WALT.
Step 2
WALT → SALT
Change the 1st letter W to S, turning WALT into SALT.
Step 3
SALT → SALE
Change the 4th letter T to E, turning SALT into SALE.
Step 4
SALE → SOLE
Change the 2nd letter A to O, turning SALE into SOLE.
Step 5
SOLE → ROLE
Change the 1st letter S to R, turning SOLE into ROLE.
Step 6
ROLE → RULE
Change the 2nd letter O to U, turning ROLE into RULE.
Puzzle Insights
Change positions: pos 1: 2, pos 2: 2, pos 3: 1, pos 4: 1. Most-changed position: 1, 2 (2).
Change sequence: 3, 1, 4, 2, 1, 2.
Letter mix: V→V 2, V→C 1, C→V 1, C→C 2.
Word stats: 7 words, 10 unique letters. Start/target share 0 positions.
FAQ
Q: What is the shortest path from WAIT to RULE?
A: The optimal solution for the Word Ladder from WAIT to RULE takes exactly 6 steps.
Q: Any tips for today's puzzle?
A: This puzzle involves 4-letter words. A good strategy is to look for common intermediate words or focus on changing vowels first.
Q: Where can I play past Word Ladder puzzles?
A: You can access our complete archive by clicking the "Puzzle Archive" link at the bottom of the page.
Word Definitions
WAIT
WALT
SALT
SALE
SOLE
ROLE
RULE